Early Life and Education of Alex Bregman: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Alex Bregman, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Alexander David Bregman is an American professional baseball third baseman currently playing for the Boston Red Sox in Major League Baseball (MLB). Previously, he played for the Houston Astros. He is a prominent figure in professional baseball.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1900: Great-Grandfather Immigrated to the US

Around 1900, Alex Bregman's great-grandfather, Samuel "Bo" Bregman, immigrated from Russia to Washington, D.C.

1967: Ron Blomberg Drafted

In 1967, Ron Blomberg was drafted.

1971: Washington Senators Move to Texas

In 1971, Alex Bregman's grandfather was general counsel for the Washington Senators when the team moved to Texas.

1971: Jim Kremmel Drafted

In 1971, Jim Kremmel was drafted.

1982: Father Played Baseball for UNM Lobos

In 1982, Alex Bregman's father played baseball as a freshman for the University of New Mexico Lobos.

1982: Duane Ward Drafted

In 1982, Duane Ward was drafted.

1989: Ben McDonald Drafted

In 1989, Ben McDonald was drafted.

March 30, 1994: Alexander Bregman's Birth

On March 30, 1994, Alexander David Bregman was born. He is an American professional baseball third baseman.

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2004: Batboy for UNM game against ASU

In 2004, Alex Bregman served as a batboy for a University of New Mexico baseball game against Arizona State University and his then-favorite baseball player, Dustin Pedroia.

2006: Father Co-owned the New Mexico Thunderbirds

Starting in 2006, Alex Bregman's father was a part owner of the NBA Development League’s New Mexico Thunderbirds.

2009: State Championship as a Freshman

In 2009, as a freshman shortstop, Alex Bregman led his high school team to a state championship.

October 2010: MVP at COPABE Pan American Baseball Championships

In October 2010, Alex Bregman batted .564 for the gold-medal-winning 16-and-under USA National Team at the COPABE Pan American Baseball Championships in Lagos de Mareno, Mexico, and was named the MVP.

2010: USA Baseball Player of the Year Award

In 2010, as a high school sophomore at Albuquerque Academy, Alex Bregman became the first high school player to win the USA Baseball Player of the Year Award.

2011: All-State and Gold Medal

In 2011, Alex Bregman batted .678 as a junior in high school and established a season record in New Mexico with 19 home runs. He was named first team All-State, and led the 18-and-under U.S. National Team to a gold medal at the International Baseball Federation World Championships.

2012: Attended LSU

In 2012, Alex Bregman attended LSU and majored in sports administration. He also played shortstop for the LSU Tigers baseball team.

2012: Drafted by the Red Sox

In 2012, Alex Bregman was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 29th round of the Major League Baseball Draft but chose not to sign and instead attended LSU.

March 25, 2013: SEC Player of the Week

On March 25, 2013, Alex Bregman was named SEC Player of the Week.

2013: Brooks Wallace Shortstop of the Year Award

In 2013, Alex Bregman was once more a candidate for the Brooks Wallace Shortstop of the Year Award that he had won.

2013: National Freshman of the Year and Brooks Wallace Award

In 2013, while playing college baseball for Louisiana State University (LSU), Alex Bregman was voted the National Freshman of the Year by Baseball America and won the Brooks Wallace Award as the country's best college shortstop.

2014: Second-Team All-SEC

In 2014, Alex Bregman was voted second-team all-SEC and named to the USA Collegiate National Team.

2015: Skip Bertman Award and Rawlings Gold Glove Winner

In 2015, Alex Bregman led LSU to the College World Series, won LSU's Skip Bertman Award, and was voted the Rawlings Gold Glove winner at shortstop by the ABCA, also being named first-team All-American.

2015: Finalist for Golden Spikes Award

In 2015, Alex Bregman was one of four finalists for the Golden Spikes Award, presented annually to the nation's top college player.

2015: Drafted by the Houston Astros

In 2015, Alex Bregman was selected by the Houston Astros with the second overall selection in the first round of the MLB Draft, becoming the highest-drafted position player in LSU's history.

2015: Carlos Correa's Rookie of the Year

In 2015, Carlos Correa became AL Rookie of the Year.

2017: Dugout Stare Origin

During the 2017 postseason, Alex Bregman started performing a home run celebration known as the Dugout Stare, which later gained popularity among his teammates and on social media.

2018: Brother Drafted by the Astros

In 2018, Alex Bregman's brother, A.J. Bregman, was selected by the Astros in the 35th round of the MLB Draft.

January 2019: Elbow Surgery

In early January 2019, Alex Bregman underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove bone chips in his right elbow. He returned to action in spring training on March 2.

2019: Acquisition of Puppy Named Hank

In 2019, Alex Bregman and his wife Reagan Howard acquired a puppy named Hank.

January 2020: Engagement to Reagan Howard

In January 2020, Alex Bregman became engaged to Reagan Howard.

June 16, 2021: Quadriceps Strain

On June 16, 2021, Alex Bregman strained his left quadriceps in a game versus the Texas Rangers. The injury caused him to miss over two months of the season.